Process Engineer - Manufacturing - Burlington, VT

Michael Page; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Process Engineer for an established industrial manufacturer in Vermont to drive operational improvements across production, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will work on diverse engineering projects, solve complex manufacturing challenges, and help implement best-in-class processes.

You will collaborate across production, quality, maintenance and engineering teams, develop procedures and process controls, analyze data for trends, and lead root-cause

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead projects and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Effective communication across teams.
• Hands-on approach with a passion for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and maximise output.
• Lead investigations into production challenges and implement practical solutions that improve performance.
• Work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to deliver operational improvements.
• Support new product launches by ensuring manufacturing processes are capable, reliable, and scalable.
• Develop manufacturing procedures, process controls, and technical documentation.
• Analyse production and quality data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in root cause analysis activities and drive corrective and preventative actions.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers and external partners on process and technology improvements.
• Deliver training and technical guidance to production personnel.
• Promote safe manufacturing practices and support compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Skills

Process engineering

Problem solving

Project leadership

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

SPC

PFMEA

CAD software

Job description

An established manufacturer is seeking a Process Engineer to drive operational improvements across production, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of engineering projects, solve complex manufacturing challenges, and help implement best-in-class processes.

Client Details

Our client is a respected industrial manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and long-term employee development. They foster a collaborative environment where engineers have the autonomy to lead improvements, influence decision-making, and contribute to business growth.

Description

• Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and maximise output.
• Lead investigations into production challenges and implement practical solutions that improve performance.
• Work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to deliver operational improvements.
• Support new product launches by ensuring manufacturing processes are capable, reliable, and scalable.
• Develop manufacturing procedures, process controls, and technical documentation.
• Analyse production and quality data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in root cause analysis activities and drive corrective and preventative actions.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers and external partners on process and technology improvements.
• Deliver training and technical guidance to production personnel.
• Promote safe manufacturing practices and support compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Profile

• Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead projects and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work across different teams.
• Hands-on approach with a passion for continuous improvement.

Nice to Have

• Experience within cable, wire, plastics, metals, or other high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar methodologies.
• Familiarity with quality tools such as SPC, PFMEA, and root cause analysis.
• Experience working with CAD software or manufacturing equipment improvements.
• Understanding of ISO-regulated manufacturing environments.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to make a visible impact on manufacturing operations.
• Diverse projects that offer strong technical and professional development.
• Collaborative culture with direct access to leadership and decision-makers.
• Stable organisation investing in growth, technology, and continuous improvement.
• Career advancement opportunities within a successful and expanding business.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.